It's the second largest country in Europe, and it's dominating the headlines... but how much do you really know about Ukraine's fascinating history?

Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe, yet we hear little about it until disaster strikes. But with its lush, fertile fields and fast-flowing rivers, it's a place of beauty and history that deserves to be understood.

We often hear about conflict in the region, but did you know that there's a logical reason for that?

Ukraine has few geographical barriers, and as such, its history is scattered with stories of conflict caused by clashing civilizations.

But despite its tumultuous history, the country has a depth of resilience that has allowed it to thrive and carve out a unique identity... no matter what has happened around it.

As Ukraine has served as a crossroads for different cultures, it has absorbed a diverse array of languages, cuisines, laws, and fashions, making it a country with a clear and distinct voice of its own.

If you've ever wondered what separates Ukraine from Russia and makes it stand out as a unique culture, now is the time to delve into one of the most fascinating histories in Europe... and you're in just the right place to do exactly that.

Inside this comprehensive potted history, you'll discover:

• The first civilization known to have occupied Ukraine - and how it influenced the story that would unravel over years to come
• Where the terms 'Left-Bank Ukraine' and 'Right-Bank Ukraine' come from... and why they're still relevant today
• The role Attila the Hun played in Ukraine's history (plus why everything you've been told about him is wrong)
• 'The Golden Horde' - plus what gave them their name and how they influenced the country
• The role of religion in developing the Ukraine we know today
• The true significance of the Pereyaslav Agreement of 1654 - and the astounding effect it had on the country's culture
• A complete understanding of the influence of the Tsar reign
• The role of literature and how it affected Ukrainian culture and politics
• The full story of growth and industrialization in Ukraine that brought it to where it is today

And much more.

Ukraine is in our consciousness for a range of specific reasons... But there's a huge depth to its past that brings it to where it is now.

Deepen your understanding, broaden your horizons, and see the picture in full color... Delve into Ukraine's past and discover what most history books leave out.